There are following specifications which will help you to know more about caraway oil.
SPECIFICATIONS: |  |
GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS |  |
Product | CARAWAY OIL |
Botanical Name | Carum Carvi L. |
Family | Apiaceae |
Part used | Seeds |
CAS NO. | 8000-42-8 |
Appearance |  Liquid free from sediment and suspended matter |
Color |  Almost colourless to amber yellow |
Odor |  Characteristic, aromatic |
Taste |  Slightly bitter, earthy flavor |
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PHYSIOCHEMICAL PROPERTIES |  |
Specific gravity | 0.780- 0.950 |
Relative Density | 0.705 - 0.995 |
Refractive Index | between 1.310 to 1.585 |
Acid value | max 3 |
Storage | In air tight container in cool and dry area |
Solubility | 1 vol. dissolves in 8 vol. of 80% alcohol |
Optical rotation range | 45 to 99 degrees |
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CHROMATOGRAPHIC PROFILE |  |
Limonene | 19% to 70% |
Carvone | 22% to 85% |